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Manufacturer codeSM-A566BZAAEUB
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About the Samsung Galaxy A56
Samsung SM-A566BZAAEUB is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 17 cm (6.7"); internal storage capacity: 128 GB; mobile network generation: 5G; operating system installed: Android 15. This entry covers manufacturer code SM-A566BZAAEUB. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 17 cm (6.7") display is specified at 1080 x 2340 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 17 cm (6.7")
- Screen resolution
- 1080 x 2340 pixels
- Processor family
- Samsung Exynos
- Processor model
- 1580
- Memory (RAM)
- 8 GB
- Storage capacity
- 128 GB
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Samsung Galaxy A56 review: The best mid-range Samsung phone
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Review: Enhanced performance, familiar package
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Review: Unremarkable In The Best Way
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Samsung Galaxy A56 review: Playing to the crowd
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Review: Mild improvements make a big difference
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Samsung Galaxy A56 Review: A Solid Mid-Ranger with a Focus on Longevity
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Samsung Galaxy A56 review – Sociable Elegance
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Samsung Galaxy A56 review: High-grade Android smartphone for half the price
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Samsung Galaxy A56 review: my mid-range pick for a very specific phone fan
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Samsung Galaxy A56 specifications
Manufacturer code: SM-A566BZAAEUB · Icecat product 128696455 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 17 cm (6.7") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Processor family | Samsung Exynos |
| Processor model | 1580 |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Rear camera resolution | 50 MP |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 15 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Audio system | Dolby Atmos |
|---|
Display6 details
| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Display technology marketing name | Super AMOLED |
| Display glass type | Gorilla Glass |
| Display number of colours | 16 million colours |
| Display brightness | 1200 cd/m² |
| Screen sharing | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage4 details
| Processor cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Compatible memory cards | Not supported |
| Maximum frame rate | 480 fps |
| Panorama | Yes |
Camera, image & video28 details
| Rear camera sensor size | 1/1.56" |
|---|---|
| Second rear camera sensor size | 1/3.0" |
| Third rear camera sensor size | 1/5.0" |
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.8 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Third rear camera aperture number | 2.4 |
| Rear camera pixel size | 1 µm |
| Second rear camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Third rear camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 84° |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 123° |
| Third rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 78° |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera sensor size | 1/3.2" |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Front camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Front camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Front camera field of view (FOV) angle | 81° |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1280x720@30fps, 1920x1080@30fps, 1920x1080@60fps, 3840x2160@30fps |
| Rear camera type | Triple camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
| Camera image formats supported | DNG, HEIF, JPEG |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, AVI, FLV, M4V, MKV, MP4, WEBM |
Connections & wireless11 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| SIM card type | NanoSIM + eSIM |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | USB Type-C |
| User interface (UI) | One UI 7.0 |
Power & battery12 details
| Fast charging | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging | No |
| Battery recharge time | 1.8 h |
| Battery endurance in cycles | 2000 |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 10 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 45 W |
| Energy efficiency class | B |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Battery endurance per cycle | 2674 min |
| AC adapter included | No |
Controls & features6 details
| Slow motion mode | Yes |
|---|---|
| Slow motion rate | 480 fps in HD, 240 fps in HD |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Geomagnetic sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions8 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Light grey |
| Colour name | Awesome Lightgray |
| Water and dust resistance (IP rating) | IP67 |
| Width | 77.5 mm |
| Depth | 7.4 mm |
| Height | 162.2 mm |
| Weight | 198 g |
Software & compatibility4 details
| Brand specific technologies | Always-on display |
|---|---|
| 3G bands supported | 850,900,1900,2100 MHz |
| 4G bands supported | 700,800,850,900,1500,1800,1900,2100,2600 MHz |
| 5G bands supported | 800,850,900,1800,2100,2300,2500,2600,3500,3700 MHz |
Further product details28 details
| Gorilla Glass version | Gorilla Glass Victus+ |
|---|---|
| Pixel density | 385 ppi |
| Flash type | LED |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Portrait mode | Yes |
| Macro photography | Yes |
| 3G standards | UMTS, WCDMA |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| 5G standard | Sub6 FDD, Sub6 TDD |
| 4G data rate (max) | 1200 Mbit/s |
| 5G data rate (max) | 2.33 Gbit/s |
| MIMO | Yes |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| Google applications | Gmail, Google Chrome, Google Drive, Google Maps, Google Meet, Google Play, Google Search, YouTube |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | A |
| Repairability class | C |
| Repairability index | 8.4 |
| Head SAR (EU) | 0.61 W/kg |
| Body SAR (EU) | 1.051 W/kg |
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